Bharatpur Tourism

"The Bird Haven" Bharatpur Tourism Often referred as the 'Eastern Gate of Rajasthan', Bharatpur is located in the Braj region of state Rajasthan. The city is drenched by its culture, chivalry and romance woven into ballads and folklore can be heard from miles. An exotic offbeat destination that serves tourists with authentic Rajasthani traditions, religious occasions mark devotion of the state people. Also known as Lohagarh, it is a part of the golden tourism triangle of Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, this place attracts a considerable number of national and international tourist every year. It is also the home of Keoladeo National Park, which habitats over 370 species of animals and birds. It is recognised as one of the most popular birds feeding and breeding grounds. In 1982 the park was marked as a National Park, and later in 1985, it came on the list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. The Bharatpur National Park, better known as Keoladeo National Park, is a beautiful bird sanctuary. Named after the Keoladeo temple located in its enclosure, the place was set up as a national park on 10th March 1982. It is a wetland, made and managed to protect the Bharatpur region from frequent floods. Declared a World Heritage Site of UNESCO, this national park is home to over 230 different species of birds, over 200 different species of various amphibians and reptiles like fish, turtles, snakes, lizards, etcetera and over 350 floral species can be found here. This National Park, locally known as Ghana, has been a winter home for the Siberian Crane; a species on the verge of extinction (considered an endangered bird today). 5km away from the Bharatpur Junction (railway station) and approximately 192km from Delhi by car (a 1 day journey). Download Bharatpur PDF Guide > What's Great? A beautiful confluence of wildlife and history. What's not so Great? Congested in peak seasons. Not easily accessible. For Whom Ideal for wildlife lovers. Suitable for backpackers from places like Jaipur, Agra, Delhi etc.

Nature's Paradise in Rajasthan Bharatpur is a sweet, natural abode situated in the Braj region of the state of Rajasthan. Ruled once by a myriad of rulers, from Jats to Nizams, to the British imperialists, Bharatpur has its own regal history, enshrined in places such as Lohagarh Fort. However, what Bharatpur is most famous for is the Keoladeo Ghana National Wildlife Sanctuary, which sports a huge collection of rare flora and fauna, which might be not found in every part of the world. So next time, if you want a slice of both history and wildlife, do visit Bharatpur.

Itinerary Day 1 -Reach Bharatpur, preferably by noon, and take some rest. In the evening, you can take a stroll on the city side, particularly in the local markets, where you can buy the famous handicrafts and Rajasthani lac and sarees. Silver is also cheap here.Day 2 -The next day should be earmarked for a visit to the Keoladeo Ghana National Wildlife Sanctuary, which in the southern region of the Bharatpur town.Day 3 -The final day can start with blessings from Lakshman Mandir or Banke Bihari Mandir. Thereon, you can proceed to the glorious Bharatpur or Lohagarh Fort, which houses some of the rarest collections of Western India's history.

Restaurants and Local Food in Bharatpur The food here does not really stand out in terms of uniqueness or a vibrant food culture. Yet, the place will offer you simple and popular Rajasthani as well as North-Indian snacks and preparations. One can flatter their appetite withPyaaz Kachori, Mawa Kachori, Aloo ki subziand more. Also, most restaurants here close by 10:30 PM and hence might need you to schedule your dinner plans accordingly. View 4 Restaurants in Bharatpur >>

Nov-Febis the best time to visit Bharatpur November to February are the best months to visit Bharatpur not only because of the weather conditions, but also because this is the period when most migratory birds arrive in this area. Birds start leaving mid-February onwards and you might miss on a lot of them if you don't visit Bharatpur within these four months. Weather in Bharatpur Loading... Bharatpur in Summer (April - June) This is the least advisable time for a trip to Bharatpur. The days are scorching hot; the temperatures going as high as the only 49 degrees Celcius. Tourists should generally avoid this season for a visit. Bharatpur in Monsoon (July - September) The monsoon season lasts till September. This is not exactly the best time to visit Bharatpur, as the heavy rainfall might dampen your travel plans. However being an offseason, there is a chance that you can avail great deals on hotel tariffs. Bharatpur in Winter (October - March) This is an ideal season for a visit to Bharatpur, with pleasant climate and a lovely ambience waiting for your arrival. This is also the best time to visit the same as migrant birds can be witnessed in this very season. November onwards, the travel influx increases steadily. The temperatures rarely go below 5 degrees Celcius. Monthly Weather in Bharatpur Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 9 22 February 11 26 March 16 31 April 24 39 May 27 40 June 28 39 July 27 33 August 26 33 September 26 34 October 21 34 November 14 29 December 11 25

Events in Bharatpur Bird Watching Season at Keoladeo National Park November - February The best time to visit Keoladeo National Park is during the winter season when it plays host to thousands of migratory birds.